The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains: An Introduction to Cryptocurrencies and

Description: The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains by Antony Lewis Resource added for the Business Management program 101023. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Understand Bitcoin, Blockchains, and Cryptocurrency"Antony helps us all clearly understand the mechanics of bitcoin and blockchain." Rob Findlay, Founder, Next Money#1 Best Seller in Investing Derivatives and Natural Resource Extraction Industry, Futures Trading, Banks & Banking, Energy & Mining, Monetary Policy, and Computers & TechnologyTheres a lot written on cryptocurrency and blockchains. But, for the uninitiated, most of this information can be indecipherable.The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchainsprovides a clear guide to this new currency and the revolutionary technology that powers it.Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies.Gain an understanding of a broad spectrum of Bitcoin topics including the history of Bitcoin, the Bitcoin blockchain, and Bitcoin buying, selling, and mining. Learn how payments are made, and how to put a value on cryptocurrencies and digital tokens.Blockchain technology.answers these questions and more. Learn about notable blockchain platforms, smart contracts, and other important facets of blockchains and their function in the changing cyber-economy.Things to know before buying cryptocurrencies.Find trustworthy and balanced insights into Bitcoin investing and investing in other cryptocurrency. Discover the risks and mitigations, learn how to identify scams, and understand cryptocurrency exchanges, digital wallets, and regulations.Learn about:Blockchain technology and how it worksWorkings of the cryptocurrency marketEvolution and potential impacts of Bitcoin and blockchains on global businessesYouve read books such asBlockchain Bubble or Revolution,Cryptoassets,Blockchain Technology Explained,Blockchain Revolution,The Bitcoin Standard,Mastering Bitcoin, orBitcoin For Dummies, but to really understand the technology readThe Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains. Author Biography In 2013, Antony Lewis became so interested in a niche online currency called Bitcoin, he left a conventional banking career to join a little startup called itBit. itBit is a bitcoin exchange, a website where clients can buy and sell bitcoins, and was one of the first wave of venture capital funded companies in the nascent cryptocurrency industry. After itBit, Antony privately consulted to clients mainly in the finance and consulting sectors, writing papers and running workshops to explain this new technology to curious professionals. In 2016 Antony joined R3, a financial industry consortium created to collaboratively explore the benefits of blockchain technology. As Director of Research, he explores and explains the evolving concepts and technologies to clients, policymakers, and the public. Antony currently sits on the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commissions FinTech Advisory Group panel. Before bitcoins and blockchains, Antony was a technologist at Credit Suisse in London and Singapore having started his banking career as an FX spot trader at Barclays Capital in 2007. Antony lives in Singapore with his wife Sarah and their two children and blogs at Review "[A] comprehensive overview of the fundamentals. One of the few recommended readings for my new staff." --Yusho Liu, Cofounder, Coinhako"A delightful read that cuts the hype, finds the signal in the noise, and fires on all cylinders from front to back." --John Collins, fintech advisor"A great resource for anyone who wants to understand what blockchain and cryptocurrency is really all about." --Paul Griffin, Associate Professor, School of Information Systems, Singapore Management University"A useful, usable and enjoyable read. Antony helps us all clearly understand the mechanics of bitcoin and blockchain." --Rob Findlay, Founder, Next Money"An engaging, clear, and authoritative guide to the applications and implications of blockchains." --Greg Wolfson, Head of Business Development at Element Group"Einstein said that if you cant explain it simply, you dont understand it well enough. Antony clearly understands and articulates the basics of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies." --Colin Platt, Co-Host Blockchain Insider Podcast & DLT/Cryptocurrency Researcher"My family asked me to explain what I do, I gave them a copy of this book. Antony explains cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies clearly and articulately, whilst remaining witty." --Colin Platt, Co-Host Blockchain Insider Podcast & DLT/Cryptocurrency Researcher"One of the few credible books I suggest when people ask where can I learn about bitcoin? [It is an] excellent, level-headed primary on everything crypto. Ive been in the space for quite some time and I still learned from The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains." --Zennon Kapron, Managing Director, Kapronasia"The first book that Ive seen that really breaks down concepts. [An] excellent insight into the key concepts and real-world implications of bitcoin and blockchain." --Zennon Kapron, Managing Director, Kapronasia Review Quote "The first book that Ive seen that really breaks down concepts. [An] excellent insight into the key concepts and real-world implications of bitcoin and blockchain." --Zennon Kapron, Managing Director, Kapronasia Details ISBN1633538001 Author Antony Lewis Publisher Mango Media Year 2018 ISBN-10 1633538001 ISBN-13 9781633538009 Format Hardcover Media Book Pages 408 Imprint Mango Media Place of Publication FL Country of Publication United States DEWEY 332.40285 Short Title The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains Language English Birth 1987 Death 1997 Affiliation York University, Canada Position Person Qualifications S.J. NZ Release Date 2018-10-04 US Release Date 2018-10-04 Publication Date 2018-10-04 UK Release Date 2018-10-04 Audience General AU Release Date 2019-01-01 Subtitle An Introduction to Cryptocurrencies and the Technology that Powers Them (Cryptography, Crypto Trading, Digital Assets, NFT) Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:119108777;

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